Services – Friends For Life

CARE SERVICES

Friends For Life is a reputable Home Care provider that specialises in delivering personalised care and providing companionship for elderly and individuals with disabilities within the confines of their own home. Our utmost concern revolves around your contentment and preservation of independence.

Our range of care services includes Hourly, Overnight, and Live-in options, ensuring that we have the perfect care solution to meet your needs..

Hourly Care

For individuals seeking hourly care, we offer flexible visit durations starting from as short as 30 minutes to an hour or more. This particular service caters perfectly to those who require assistance with minor tasks like meal preparation and mobility support. Moreover, it serves as an ideal solution for families who assume the responsibility of caring for elderly or disabled family members and are in need of occasional respite. If maintaining independence is a priority while still requiring some assistance, our team of dedicated carers is readily available to provide the support you need.

Overnight Care

Overnight assistance is crucial to many individuals, providing necessary support with tasks such as accessing the restroom or having a carer nearby. This is particularly important for those affected by dementia, which can result in confusion and an increased risk of falls and accidents. Our team of overnight caregivers ensures that you or your loved one receive the necessary care throughout the night, from sunset until sunrise. If you seek reassurance and peace of mind during night-time hours, our Friends For Life team will assist you in achieving a more restful sleep.

Live-in Care

There comes a point in life when opting for live-in care becomes the necessary path to take, yet it does not signify the loss of independence. Our discreet carers reside with you or your cherished family member, ensuring that every aspect is attended to, ranging from maintaining continence and personal hygiene to preparing meals and providing companionship. Our live-in carers will become familiar figures whom you will grow acquainted with and establish a sense of ease, regardless of whether you require assistance for individuals with disabilities, elderly individuals, or those nearing the end of their lives.

Tailored personal care designed specifically for your needs.

Our expertise lies in providing comprehensive care that is tailored to meet your individual requirements. Regardless of the nature or duration of your needs, our skilled team ensures round-the-clock support and attention for you.

The types of care we offer are:

Disability Care

Individuals with disabilities are fully capable of leading a contented and meaningful existence.

If you have a disability that necessitates assistance with activities like eating and personal hygiene, or if you require the use of hoists or stand aids due to injuries affecting your brain, neck, legs, or spine, our Friends For Life Care team is equipped with comprehensive training to provide the necessary support. Additionally, if you simply desire companionship during day trips outside your home, our team is here to assist you in that regard as well.

Learning Disability Care

Various types of learning challenges, such as Asperger’s syndrome, autism, and Down syndrome, exist. Nevertheless, regardless of their degree of severity, Friends For Life enables individuals to experience a complete and fulfilling life.

By actively interacting with individuals and acquiring fresh knowledge and abilities, one can enhance their overall well-being. This will result in an improved lifestyle, the discovery of novel pastimes, and the formation of new friendships within both home and social environments.

Elderly Care

Acknowledging the need for assistance can be a challenging choice. Nevertheless, we will accommodate your schedule by providing our services within the comfort of your own residence.

Our services are available for any duration that suits your needs, whether it be short or long term. We offer assistance with personal hygiene and ensure your safety while bathing, timely administration of medication, support with household chores, shopping, and other tasks as required.

Dementia Care

Dementia necessitates compassionate and empathetic care. Friends For Life guarantees that you can stay in the familiar comfort of your own home, preserving your daily routine. Our carers are available 24/7, ensuring that you are never alone, regardless of the time of day or night.

Dementia can be frightening for everyone, so let us make life as normal as possible.

Support

Our services extend beyond just assisting those who are unwell. If you find yourself in need of support and someone sit with you, our dedicated carers can provide the support you seek. Whether it’s engaging in a friendly game of cards or Scrabble on a regular basis, or enjoying the company of someone during an outing, we are here to ensure that your desire for social interaction is fulfilled.

Do not suffer in silence – we are at your disposal whenever and wherever you need us.

At Friends For Life, we provide comprehensive training to our staff members, who undergo DBS checks to ensure that you receive the utmost level of care that meets the highest standards.

Please contact us at 0330 223 5104 or complete the contact form provided below, and we will respond to you promptly.